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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Bernardston, MA

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The cost of independent living in Bernardston is about $5,324 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 129 options. Read 1474 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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The apartments are gorgeous. This gives you a good mix of independent living and assistance when needed. There are activities available for the residents to choose from. They have cottages, apartments,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My parents are being well cared for together in this great home. I could not find anyone who could take them together for their financial situation. They worked something out for us. The home is old mansion...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of independent living in Bernardston, MA

The average cost of senior living in Bernardston is $5,324 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsfield, MA with an average of $4,027 per month.

Independent living costs in Bernardston, MA, vs. nearby cities

Bernardston, MA
$5,324/mo
$5,354/mo

Independent living costs in Bernardston, MA, vs. state and national averages

Bernardston, MA
$5,324/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

Independent living costs in Bernardston, MA, vs. other senior living options

$6,382/mo
Independent Living
$5,324/mo

Independent living costs in Bernardston, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,700/mo
Studio
$3,980/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,473/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,311/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,005/mo

Senior living costs in Bernardston vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Bernardston, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBernardston, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$5,324/mo$6,496/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$6,345/mo$7,392/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$6,382/mo$7,399/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Bernardston, MA:$5,324/mo
Massachusetts:$6,496/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Bernardston, MA:$6,345/mo
Massachusetts:$7,392/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Bernardston, MA:$6,382/mo
Massachusetts:$7,399/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in Bernardston, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bernardston and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Bernardston, MA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bernardston have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bernardston, MA$3,212/mo$3,448/mo-6.8%
Massachusetts$4,122/mo$3,862/mo+6.7%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Bernardston, MA
2024 average cost:$3,212/mo
2023 average cost:$3,448/mo
Percent change:-6.8%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$4,122/mo
2023 average cost:$3,862/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
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2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Bernardston

Recent reviews for independent living in Bernardston

Corcoran House in Clinton, MA

4.3
The community is always clean. Every time we visit, my mother's apartment is always clean and the bathroom is always clean. Very high marks for cleanliness. Some of the staff is a bit friendlier than others, but they are all great with the residents. The care could be improved for the higher ...
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American House Keene

4.9
My father lived in American House, Keene for eight years; six of them alone after my mother died. American House was absolutely the best place for him. He had company, care, and companionship. The staff were terrific. I never had to worry about him because I knew caring eyes were on him every ...
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The Mansion at South Union in Cambridge, NY

5.0
I could not find anyplace that would take both my patents who need daily care. I met with Elizabeth who was just wonderful. We managed to work out finances that worked for us. The staff is wonderful. The building is dated and they are working on that but it is immaculate and a very homelike ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Varied and engaging activities. Residents at different communities express their satisfaction with the extensive and interesting activities offered, such as artsong, ballroom dancing, painting classes, cooking demos, nature photography, and trivia nights. At Sweetwood of Williamstown, residents appreciate the wide range of o ...
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Welcoming and helpful staff. Multiple reviews mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various communities, including Suffield by the River, Holiday Devonshire Estates, and Cedarbrook Village at Ware. Residents and their families express appreciation for the long-term friendships they've formed with the ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Numerous reviews highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, such as Southwick Village, Holiday Quail Run Estates, and The Wellington at Springfield. Residents and their families mention the importance of these aspects, especially for the private rooms, communal areas, and out ...
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Communication and support for families. Reviews from families mention the transparent and consistent communication they receive from staff at various communities, like Southwick Village, Goddard House, and American House Keene. They appreciate the regular updates on their loved one's well-being and care, as well as the open dial ...
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Quality dining experiences. Several residents share their positive experiences with the food and dining services at different communities, such as Day Brook Village Senior Living, Sweetwood of Williamstown, and The Willows at Worcester. They mention the quality of the meals and the accommodations for dietary restrict ...
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Professional and empathetic care. Reviews from residents and their families highlight the high level of care provided by the staff at various communities, including Suffield by the River, Keystone Commons, and Southwick Village, ensuring the health and well-being of their loved ones. Families appreciate the empathetic appr ...
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Bernardston independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bernardston independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bernardston, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bernardston independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bernardston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bernardston, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.8%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.9%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
40.5%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.9%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.9%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Bernardston independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bernardston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bernardston, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.6%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
34.2%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.6%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bernardston independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Bernardston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bernardston, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
46.8%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.8%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.7%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.3%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.5%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.5%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.3%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.6%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.4%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
44.1%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
22.5%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.8%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.8%
46.8%
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Cedarbrook Village at Ware, Spring Village at Summerhill and Southwick Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bernardston, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 129 independent living facilities near Bernardston, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Bernardston, Massachusetts are Spring Village at Summerhill and Southwick Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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